# Southall (UB1): Market Overview UB1 presents a mixed investment profile with a trajectory score of 45.3/100, positioning it in the 23rd percentile nationally. The district demonstrates late-stage gentrification characteristics, with rental growth outpacing capital appreciation significantly. Over the past five years, rents have expanded at a 5.2% compound annual growth rate, whilst property prices have grown at a more modest 2.8% CAGR. Population growth has remained subdued at 1.5% over the same period. These metrics suggest UB1 may appeal more to buy-to-let investors prioritising rental yield over capital growth, though the divergence between rent and price appreciation warrants careful consideration of local economic fundamentals before investment decisions.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 2.4% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.2% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.5% per year
- 4328 new homes in planning pipeline
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What's changing in Southall · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 1.7 points this month to 47/100, driven mainly by safety.
47 planning applications submitted in UB1 over the last six months, including 2 new build residential schemes, 1 change of use, 4 demolition.
- Details of Marketing and Letting Strategy for the Commercial Space and Affordable Workspace part pursuant to condition 6 (part discharge - Phase 1) of planning permission ref: 216991FULR3 dated 02/03/2023, for: Demolition of existing buildings and the erection of 5 blocks of between 5 and 25 storeys to provide affordable and market Class C3 dwellings and flexible Classes E and F2 floorspace, public realm, landscaping, amenity/play space, alterations to vehicle and pedestrian access, car and cycle parking and refuse storage, associated works including roof level plant. Phased Development. (Amended description and plans concerning phasing, dwelling numbers and mix, commercial space, ). (Regulation 3 Application by Paragon Asra Housing involving land owned by London Borough of Ealing. The proposals comprise a Major Development that may be likely to affect the character, appearance or setting of a listed building and/or a Conservation Area).Feb 2026 · withdrawn
- Details of Contamination Remediation Verification pursuant to condition 52 of planning permission 216991FULR3 dated 02.03.2023 for: Demolition of existing buildings and the erection of 5 blocks of between 5 and 25 storeys to provide affordable and market Class C3 dwellings and flexible Classes E and F2 floorspace, public realm, landscaping, amenity/play space, alterations to vehicle and pedestrian access, car and cycle parking and refuse storage, associated works including roof level plant. Phased Development. (Amended description and plans concerning phasing, dwelling numbers and mix, commercial space,). (Regulation 3 Application by Paragon Asra Housing involving land owned by London Borough of Ealing. The proposals comprise a Major Development that may be likely to affect the character, appearance or setting of a listed building and/or a Conservation Area)Jan 2026 · granted
- Single storey (max 3.60m deep and max 3.00m high) rear extension (following demolition of existing rear extension) (42 Days Prior Approval Notification Process) (Regulation 3 Application by London Borough of Ealing)Jun 2026 · pending
Southall (UB1) common questions
Is Southall up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Southall (UB1) as Active. Its trajectory score is 47/100 (Average), in the top 68% of districts nationally. The score is up 7.9 points over the last 12 months.
Is Southall safe?
Southall has a safety score of 18/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Southall?
The average property price in Southall (UB1) is £574k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.4% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Southall?
The median monthly rent in Southall (UB1) is £1,543 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Southall?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Watford (WD19), Northolt (UB5), Harrow (HA2), Watford (WD17). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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